The Between Places: 100 days to trusting God when you don’t know what’s next

This journal is exactly what is needed for this season! I received it last week, and just read the introduction. Stephanie May Wilson has such a beautiful way of connecting with her audience, whether they be readers or listeners. In the intro she talks about going back to school and new or changing careers as a big in between season. And that is right where I am. I am starting back on Tuesday as a full time student in a rigorous program. I haven't been in full time school since 2007. Since then I feel like I've had a lot of in between seasons. I've never had something like this to help guide me through, and some of those transitions were definitely a struggle. I am so glad to have this journal as I go through such a big between season (not only going to school but also being single with a deep desire for marriage and family) to help keep my mind and spirit at peace, and fully focused on how God is moving in this season.

Not to mention, the moment I opened the package I was in love with this journal! The texture of the cover is like your favorite pair of jeans, but green with gold embellishments. So the fancy kind you put on when you want to feel good! And the flowers on the inside pages make you feel like you are strolling through a meadow. Even the font feels like a note from a dear friend. And once you start reading any of Stephanie's work, you will find a true friend who loves God and loves people so well!

For such a time where there are so many unknowns, and changes at a moment's notice, this is a place of peace. A place to process and a place to be reminded that God is still in control, no matter the situation or the season. He is there in every between space!

Natalie Shearer

1 review3 followers

A dear friend of mine and I had been on the search for a good devotional to read together but we could not find one that we felt would really cater to the season of life that we were in. Just like many, we had lots going on in our lives. Some of which included very sad events and/or huge transitions like deaths in the family and graduating college (virtually). Not to mention the ever-changing world that we live in, especially with CV-19. It all seemed completely unbearable. That was until we discovered "The Between Places". We could not help but feel like God had totally planned for us to not find a devotional prior, in knowing that we would discover this. This prayer journal is SO fitting and that's on God!! Personally, it is so so clear that we are in a between place right now and this prayer journal is beyond helpful. I cannot begin to explain the immense joy that I feel from spending intentional time with the Lord to discuss my between places and begin to understand that they are so important too. This prayer journal has brought a new light to my life. Stephanie May Wilson did an incredible job of writing a book in which everyone can benefit from because no matter what sort of between place you feel that you're in, God has placed us there for a reason. The prompts in this book allow us to learn how to speak to God about those between places. So yes, this prayer journal most definitely receives 5 stars from me and I highly recommend "The Between Places" to everyone!

Isabel Christianson

6 reviews

Do you ever feel stuck in distant routine? If you take a full, honest look at yourself, would you realize that you’re not truly present in this season of life? Maybe you’re dreaming of a spouse, a job, a friend, a house, whatever it may be, Stephanie has the most beautiful, wise message for your life. You do not want to miss it. “The Between Places” is the perfect journal for exactly what the title depicts, our in-between stages in life. The journal has 100 entries, but enough wisdom to chew on for YEARS. Before you even reach the second section, I guarantee you will make new self-discoveries and find beautiful purpose in the season you are in. It changed my perspective on life (on a personal note, my singleness and eduction transferring) from a waiting period, into a time of purpose and devotion for my Creator, God. Stephanie has vitalizing, life-changing words that everyone needs to hear in her stunning journal. Revelations occur with the turn of each page and I cannot recommend her honest, genuine resource enough.

Cat

2 reviews

This beautiful journal is perfect for right now! If you live on Earth, I guarantee your year was and still is filled with some sort of uncertainty. I was so excited when Stephanie came out with this prayer journal that I pre - ordered it because I knew I needed to have it. I am currently working through it and it really helps me to evaluate myself and my situation and how I can communicate all these thoughts in my head to God. Each day there is a new prompt for journaling which helps you to really think deeply and process what you’re going through and what you may be worrying about going through. In the part that I’m at, Stephanie added little prayers for peace at the end of each journal entry and they are so helpful and inspiring. Throughout the book there are different sections where Stephanie describes her periods of uncertainty and they are so relatable. I am grateful for this beautifully written journal and would recommend to anyone right now!

Taira

2 reviews

Wow, what can I say about this devotional? First off, it is made beautifully for a journal. It’s hard cover and the design is gorgeous. But we’re not judging a book by the cover here. The content in it is phenomenal. They’re are 100 days of devotionals for the “between places” in your life that we’re all going through right now. For me, it’s the transition of becoming a wife during a pandemic, and now wildfires is Northern California. Now of course I’m anxious, but this helps me understand my feelings and gets me to be vulnerable with them. Which in turn gets me comfortable sharing with my husband and we all know how important communication is. Honestly, this book is such a blessing to me and I’ve barely looked through the whole thing yet. It will change your life and bring you closer to the Lord and yourself.

Katie Mack

1 review1 follower

This is such an awe-inspiring prayer journal, and I'm glad I decided to order a copy of The Between Places. I know it's similar for a lot of people this is a hard time for me right now. I was furloughed then was officially laid off, working a part-time job because that's what I could find. My sister was getting married I am excited for her but I'm single so that came with a lot of questions from family about my relationship status. But then it also had me wonder if I'll ever experience being a bride. I'm on day seven right now so I'm still getting into the book. I love how it's a time fro me to read and also reflect because it has space for you to write all of your thoughts. And it's also a time to pray to God about mine and yours between places. So visit SMayWilsonShop.com and order a copy of The Between Places you will be grateful you did!

Nicole

1 review1 follower

I just got this prayer journal about a week ago (as part of the launch team), and it’s even more pretty in person than in the pictures. The color scheme is beautiful, and I love the hardback cover-I don’t have to worry about it getting beat up or holding up well. I love how right when you open to the first page, you’re immediately greeted as friend and Stephanie opens her heart to you, to let you know you’re welcome here, in the between places. The prompts for the daily prayers are wonderfully written and specific, asking me to think and pray through things I may not necessarily think to on my own. So far, they’ve asked me very specific questions about my feelings about the future, my fears, etc that I think are easy to overlook in the day-to-day. I can’t wait to make it all the way through and see how my relationship with God changes in the between places of life.

Ashley Dyer

6 reviews1 follower

I just got this book last week and it is absolutely beautiful! I was so excited to start writing in it! Stephanie May Wilson has changed my life with her prayer journals! My relationship with God is so much deeper and more intimate. She opened me up to the idea that God cares about all of our cares, every single detail to the T - the good, the bad, the happy, the sad, and even the ordinary day-to-day not-so-exciting norms. Her prayer journals have had me bawling as I have read my prayers out to God. What comes out of my pen is surprisingly so different from what usually comes out of my mouth, because I’ve taken the time to really ponder and think through my thoughts and feelings and desires before presenting them to my Father in Heaven. I am so excited to see where this new journal takes me on my journey of faith through the between places in my life. :)

Miranda Lord

1 review

I ordered The Between Places because I have been in a waiting season for 2 years. Two years ago the Lord placed it on my heart that I wouldn't be in my current job much longer. Id be working hard at a job for 6 years for PT pay. In this same time, I had been dropped by good girlfriend as well as a potential male boyfriend. It was rough. Im still waiting on the Lord for a job and for a husband.
I just started this journal. Its helping me to see the peace that God provides in the waiting and the assurance that God STILL has an amazing plan. I look forward to the nuggets God will show me as I continue to wait faithfully for His promises to come to pass. Thank you Stephanie for writing this journal during your The Between Places. You are like a relatable, trusted girlfriend that will walk with you in the unknown and remind you that God is good and He is for you.

Darcy Warden

1 review

The Between Places is the perfect read for 2020 and any season where you've ever felt stuck or in between. This year it seems like we are all in between in some way. In between jobs, relationships, school, figuring out what feels safe amidst a pandemic. I have found so much comfort and inspiration from this book and I know it is the perfect read/journal for many others as well. Stephanie May Wilson has the incredible ability to relate to the reader while being authentic and inspirational. You will feel like you're going through this book with a best friend rooting for you the entire way. I highly recommend this book to anyone at any time, but especially if you are feeling stuck between seasons!

Claire

9 reviews

Not only is this book absolutely gorgeous on the outside, but the content on the inside is phenomenal. I just received my book a few days ago and am so excited to start writing in it. Simply reading the introduction almost had me in tears! Stephanie May Wilson is honest and real about her life and struggle in the between places, which allows the reader to know they are not alone. This prayer journal asks so many questions that I have been putting off either because I was afraid to ask myself them or because I truly didn't know to ask myself these questions. It helps you look at where you are now, what you can do with that, and how to see the glory God has planned for your future. I am so excited to dive into the book and start being honest with myself about the between places in my life.

Cassandra Meyers

2 reviews

I received this prayer journal this past weekend and couldn't have been more excited to dive in! First off, it's beautiful and for someone like me who loves to write, there is plenty of room to really go deep with God. Second, Stephanie has this amazing ability to share her story while also making you feel like she read your mind and knew exactly what you were going through, when you were going through it and what you need to say to God to work through it with Him! If you find yourself stuck in any kind of "in between" right now and you're just not sure where to go, grab a copy of this book. You'll grow in your relationship with God in ways you never knew were possible!

Makenna Murphy

1 review

This prayer journal is more than it’s beautiful binding and aesthetically pleasing gold lettering. It is a welcoming place to connect with God during uncertain times. Like many people right now, I am navigating some major life changes that has resulted in the biggest ‘Between’ I’ve ever been in. I’ve only had it for a week and I can’t recommend it enough. The prompts in this journal encourage you to dig deep and be honest with yourself; honest in a way that doesn’t make you feel guilty for acknowledging the challenges and uncertainties in your life. It is a beautiful & transformative tool that reminds you that His grace remains steadfast, even while you are in your ‘Between Place.’

Nina Marie

1 review

Not only is the book absolutely stunning to look at but this devotional is a must read for any woman navigating through any between place in life. We can be in between relationships, jobs, or just feel like we aren’t meeting our full potential in Christ. The Between Places offers direction and guidance. This devotional is beautifully bound with a hard cover and the pages are so easy to flip through. The reading material is so easy to relate to and the journal parts offer a space to write your thoughts. Beautifully written devotional that will be something you treasure for years to come. It’ll be an incredible part of your journey while navigating through “The Between Places”!

Elyse Wolf

2 reviews

I just got this book in the mail about a week ago - and my goodness it is absolutely beautiful! This prayer journal is for anyone who is between places right now whether that is in relationships, careers or any other part of life. Each day Stephanie has a thoughtfully written prompt and a few lined pages for you to write your response and prayers. Sometimes praying to God in unknown or uncertain or challenging times can be just that - challenging, but I am so thankful to have a prayer journal that can help walk me through it step by step and day by day. This book is truly a blessing and a gift that I would recommend to all of my friends!

Tracy Duke

2 reviews1 follower

I have followed Stephanie for many years on Instagram and her podcast. She is amazing and will feel like one of your best friends so quickly! Her openness and optimism will easily be the best part of your day. I just knew I had to order The Between Places as soon as it came out and I sure am glad I did! Not only is it stunningly gorgeous on the outside, the inside is even more impactful! It leads you through daily prayer prompts and it’s crazy how Steph often knew exactly what I needed to hear and pray about that day. This book couldn’t have come at a more necessary time in our world and my life. This book is truly a gift! Go to www.smaywilsonshop.com and pick up your own copy today!

Cari Floyd

1 review1 follower

This journal is just what I needed! I’m only on day 3, but I am already so excited about what the rest of the journal will hold in store for me. The cover and inside are both beautiful, and the prompts are just the perfect amount to get you to think, but without being too restrictive. There is plenty of room to write your responses for each prompt, and the nuggets of wisdom from Stephanie are so applicable; I feel like I can relate to her so much! I would absolutely recommend this journal to anyone, no matter what stage of life you might be in. I would also go check out her podcast, Girls Night, because it offers the same “best friend” feel, and she has a new topic each week.

Melissa Bradley

3 reviews

I am on day 7 of this pray journal. I decided to order this journal because I am going through a hard time in my life right with being single and knowing what I should do in my life, what city should live in. I’m using this time for God to help me heal some brokenness in my life and to know which path I should take. This journal has give me peace. God still has a plan for my life. Stephanie has a beautiful way of writing. I encourage you to check out Stephanie May Wilson our on social media on Instagram, Facebook her podcast is Girls Night with Stephanie May Wilson. Go order your copy of this devotional at smaywilsonshop.com

Andrea

108 reviews4 followers

I LOVE this journal. Covid times have made life very uncertain and this journal has been such a blessing. I have so much fun working my way through the prompts and reading the advice and encouragement. The studies are not wrong- Journaling helps decrease stress and anxiety. On top of that, this book helps channel everything from a place of faith so that journal time also becomes prayer time and anxiety melts away into grace-filled peace. I think we could all use a little more peace these days so got check it out.

Elizabeth

12 reviews3 followers

I am working through The Between Places prayer journal now and I love it! Stephanie is genuine and vulnerable in it and cuts to the heart of areas we often struggle to trust in, gently challenging us to be more vulnerable and open in our relationship with God. We all have between places in our lives, where we struggle to see the point of all the waiting, and this book is a perfect reminder of the fertile ground of these places -- where we can dig in and plant seeds of trust, belonging, and dreaming! I would recommend this to any woman!!

Angie Conn

1 review

This prayer journal is so needed in my life right now because of all the chaos and noise surrounding me. I have definitely found myself smack in the middle of the between places. I am in a huge space of uncertainty and transition, while figuring out which career I want to move into, if I want to go to college at 46, and helping my family navigate life’s current turbulence. This journal could not have come at a better time! Stephanie May Wilson has given me a tool to accessing peace, calm, and encouragement in uncertain times.

Kim Williams

1 review

This book came at such a good time but bad time if that’s fair to say lol. I’m literally in a ‘between place’ and this book is helping me by writing out how I feel in this process instead of keeping it all bottled in to myself. It’s like a guide on how to slowly release what bothers you and takes time so you don’t have to rip off the trouble like a bandaid— that’s not always a solution. For me, this is definitely a time that God is allowing a slow steady healing and this ‘pandemic’ brought that opportunity.

Rebekah

1 review1 follower

I’m in love with this book! When I first heard Stephanie was releasing it was so excited because not only do I love everything she does, but the title resonated with me so much. No one tells you what it’s going to be like in your 20’s. No one tells you it’s a giant “between place” in life, and nothing quite prepares you for it. With everything going on in the world right now, being a single 20 something, plus a new business owner, I’m very much in a between place in my life and I’m so happy there’s a book to help me navigate it! Did I mention the design is gorgeous?

Jonalee

2 reviews2 followers

I am not a writer. I’m not someone whom opens up a journal and just starts writing. It’s difficult for me, but a necessary part of facing my fears, and recognizing what is under my anxiety. The Between Places has the perfect amount of questions each day to crack open my thoughts and help me put them on paper. Stephanie encourages silence and stillness with God and asking Him for help. I love this journal and hope that she writes another one! I will be gifting this to all of my friends who are stuck in between places. ❤️

Catherine Sokol

7 reviews4 followers

I love this journal! I've never been a "journaler" because I feel like my thoughts are always jumbled but this is such a good way to enter the journaling world. I feel like I'm only scratching the surface of it as I'm only a few days in but it's already helping me confront some hard truths about myself and give them to God. It's been good to have a focused thought to work through each day because it keeps my brain from jumping everywhere (hello anxious thoughts!). The journal is beautifully made and I know I will enjoy keeping it to reflect on. Highly, highly recommend this journal!

Samantha

11 reviews

The book is as practical and the cover is pretty! For anyone going thru a transitional season this guided journal is a great way to make the journey a little less lonely. Stephanie writes from a place of experience and comes along side you- not talking at you.

Going thru my own season of being between things, it helped me keep my focus, grow closer to God and felt like walking thru this with a friend.

It’s a worthy investment! Buy a copy thru her website smaywilsonshop.com and definitely check out her podcast!

Melissa Garcia

2 reviews

From the moment I heard about this book I was so excited to receive it. Once I got it blew my expectations for it because it was over and above what I had thought it was going to be. The cover and the inside is beautiful, it makes so happy when I look at it! I am on Day 8 of this journal and wow the way it was written and thought out, is amazing. So far it has brought so much healing and peace in just the first 8 days!! I can’t wait to see what will happen when I reach 100, thank you Stephanie for writing this amazing prayer journal!

Victoria Woods

1 review11 followers